Eating disorders 'more common than people realise' on the Isle of Man

Charity launching new support group for parents and carers of those navigating eating disorders

The chair of a charity that helps those on the Island navigating eating disorders says it can be difficult to tell when people are struggling.

Manx Eating Disorder Support will host its first support session aimed at parents and carers of those dealing with eating disorders later this month.

The organisation told Manx Radio the conditions are more common than people realise on the Isle of Man, and can affect people of all ages, genders and body types.

Mollie Spiers and Georgie Shelley from the group have been speaking to Chanelle Sukhoo: